In this regard, increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity threats require careful consideration of information-security risks presented by new technology implementations and use.

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On the other hand, these applications can present security risks, such as an unintended transfer of information and data on the smartphone via the network.

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This has created a situation at some companies where entire departments have provisioned cloud services that fall outside the reach of IT governance, creating huge potential risks to the security of company and customer information.

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As we continue to work within existing authorities to fortify our country against cyber risks, comprehensive legislation remains essential to improving infrastructure security, enhancing cyber information sharing between government and the private sector, and protecting the privacy and civil liberties of the American people.

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Companies in the healthcare industry, which store sensitive patient information regulated by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), also must face increased cyber security risks.

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